The Strahan Slipway is located at 10 The Esplanade, opposite the Strahan Post Office.
This project will see modifications made to the slipway to allow larger vessels to berth and undergo maintenance. Currently larger vessels are required to sail to other slipways in Tasmania for maintenance.
“Improving the slipway to accommodate larger vessels will significantly improve World Heritage Cruises. We will no longer need to take weeks out of our operating schedule to transport our vessel to Hobart for surveys or repairs, which currently incurs substantial costs. By keeping these funds here on the West Coast, we not only strengthen our local economy but also create opportunities for local businesses. This improvement will help sustain jobs in the area, and make our operations more efficient and cost effective. With reduced downtime and fewer delays, we can offer a more reliable schedule, positioning ourselves to meet growing demand and deliver a higher standard of service, which will help attract more tourists to the region.”
– World Heritage Cruises
19 September 2025
The upgraded slipway is now operational!
In early September the upgraded infrastructure was transported to site and reinstalled using cranes and forklifts.
Successful testing occurred on 16 September, and the slipway is now operational, with the first use expected the week of 22 September.
September 2025
Access to areas of the slipway carpark on Strahan’s Esplanade will be restricted on the following dates:
- 10am–2pm, Tuesday 2 & Thursday 4 September – large section closed to the public
- Tuesday 2 September to 5pm Monday 8 September – smaller section closed to the public
This will allow for the upgraded slipway to be unloaded and reinstalled. Please adhere to the barriers and signage in place at the carpark. Access to the toilets and showers located in the carpark will not be impacted.
August 2025
Access to areas of the slipway carpark will be restricted on Tuesday 19 & Wednesday 20 August to allow for the upgrade slipway to be uploaded and reinstalled.
July 2025
After dismantling and transporting the slipway, contractors have fabricated new UC beams and modified existing UC beams, ready for sandblasting & painting.
June 2025
May 2025
FAQ
The Strahan Slipway project is funded through $200k government funding.
A slipway is an onshore ramp used for moving, building and repairing ships or boats.